1980 Daihatsu Delta vs. 2010 Kia Rio
To start off, 2010 Kia Rio is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Daihatsu Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Daihatsu Delta would be higher. At 1,770 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Daihatsu Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Rio (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1980 Daihatsu Delta. (92 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 1980 Daihatsu Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Daihatsu Delta weights approximately 12 kg more than 2010 Kia Rio.
Because 1980 Daihatsu Delta is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1980 Daihatsu Delta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Kia Rio, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1980 Daihatsu Delta (147 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Rio. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1980 Daihatsu Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Daihatsu Delta | 2010 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Kia |
| Model | Delta | Rio |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1770 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1073 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4249 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2499 mm |
